Though each person is unique, there are certain common tendencies that have allowed the establishment of major categories of player.
Do you know players at your club that could fall into one or more of the following categories?
Attack the Net
Baseline
Counter Punching
Junk-Ball
All Court
Pusher
A wonderful article including subcategories with humourous commentary is available at:
Another excellent article regarding playing styles and how to deal with them:
It provides good strategies on how to neutralize the strengths and exploit the weaknesses of:
1. The Big Server
2. The Great Returner
3. The Aggressive Baseliner
4. The Aggressive Volleyer
5. The Pusher (No-Pace-Hitter)
6. The Slicer (Hacker)
7. The All-Around Court Player
It also helps guide you on how your opponent may react to your style of play, so you can better defend it.
Don't just play with the racquet and ball; play also with your opponent's head!
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